Niagara Icewine Festival: A winter wonderland of wine & delight!

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Niagara Icewine Festival starts Jan 12! Enjoy unique wine tours, lavish galas, and more in Canada’s wine country. Don’t miss the excitement!

As the chilly days of January settle in, Niagara buzzes with anticipation for its splendid Icewine harvest festivities. The celebration unfolds from January 12 to 28, turning Niagara’s wine lands into a vibrant hub for toasting Canada’s cherished Icewine. The region will sparkle with dazzling events, including posh parties, a comprehensive wine and culinary journey at 32 distinct vineyards, a vibrant Niagara-on-the-Lake street carnival, and more.

The Niagara Icewine Festival excitement ignites on January 12 with the beloved Discovery Pass Touring Program, backed by CAA Travel. This program offers a budget-friendly passport, allowing participants to explore a selection of three or six Niagara vineyards on weekends throughout January. Visitors will relish unique wine and food combinations exclusive to this region. This year introduces a convenient new shuttle service, making it effortless for enthusiasts to indulge in the diverse offerings of Niagara’s wine landscape. The 32 participating vineyards extend a wide array of selections to Discovery Pass guests, ranging from various wines and Icewines to non-alcoholic options, accompanied by vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free culinary pairings. Tickets for the Discovery Pass Touring Program are available for purchase.

For those seeking a luxurious Icewine experience, the unmissable Cool As Ice Gala at Niagara Parks Power Station on January 13 is the highlight. Hosted by Fallsview Casino Resort, this glamorous evening will feature twenty-five of Niagara’s premier wineries presenting an eclectic mix of fine wines, cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks. Eight renowned restaurants from the wine region will also participate, offering adventurous culinary creations from Indian street food to lavish oyster bars, along with Icewine-enhanced dishes like smoked salmon, pork belly, and wood-fired mushrooms. Guests at the Cool As Ice Gala will not only relish these flavors but also gain exclusive access to the Niagara Parks Power Station. The venue will come alive with live music, artistic displays, spectacular circus acts, and a unique opportunity to descend 180 feet in a glass elevator and traverse a 2,200-foot tunnel for an extraordinary photo opportunity near Niagara Falls. Details and pairings for the Cool As Ice Gala can be browsed online.

Following last year’s rave reviews for the Cool As Ice Gala at Niagara Park Power Station, this year’s tickets are selling rapidly, with 85% already claimed. Those eager to join the Icewine Festival on January 13 should act fast to secure their tickets and avoid missing out on this extraordinary event. Tickets for the Cool As Ice Gala are available for purchase now.

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